Western Maine Velo Androscoggin Time Trial (Race #6 of Maine Time Trial Series)

The Western Maine Velo Androscoggin Time Trial is race number six in the Maine Time Trial Series. The course is a 20 mile loop that features fast straight aways, rolling hills and long sight lines. The race is held in Bethel, Maine at the door step of the White Mountains. This is the second year that the event has been held and a favorite for many due to its length and location. Conditions were cool and perhaps a bit unsettled with temperatures in the 60s. Fred Thomas was there and writes about the race. "The main feature of the race was the last ten miles inbound on North Road. It was rough in many sections with some tough hills. I found my momentum, concentration and rhythm wavering. I finished with a time of 41:53 (2013: 40:37) which was fast enough for second place, but well off my time last year. Nevertheless, I was pleased to have raced a longer time trial and to remain current in the overall series. Many thanks to Peter Southam of Gould Academy for organizing and timing the event."